Author: Kavish

EV

Rivian is offering a credit of up to $6,500 when leasing a new R1S or R1T. Not all vehicles are eligible for the discount, though, with the most notable absentee being the quad-motor version of the two EVs. Besides the lease rebate, Rivian is also slashing $2,000 off the price of its All-Terrain package. The $7,500 federal tax credit for new electric cars is dead, but there are still some good deals to be had, as several automakers are coming up with ways to entice potential customers. After Ford, General Motors and Hyundai, it’s Rivian’s turn to come up with…

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Perplexity AI has opened up its Comet browser to everyone, dropping the $200-per-month paywall that once limited access to its powerful features. The announcement was made by CEO Aravind Srinivas on X on Friday, where he also slipped in a lighthearted remark aimed at Google Chrome.Quoting a post from an X user Walter Bloomberg that reported on the move, Srinivas wrote: “O hey hi @googlechrome.”The rollout means Comet, previously restricted to Pro and Max subscribers, can now be downloaded by free users as well. Srinivas confirmed this in another tweet: “Comet is now generally available to download for everyone (free,…

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The ‘A Moment to Breathe’ trophy in Ghost of Yotei requires players to get a perfect score in Ku-E-Shinok. However, this game can’t just be played anywhere, and if you don’t know exactly where to go, you might have difficulty finding it, let alone getting the perfect score. Fortunately, there’s a trick to getting the perfect score that can make this an incredibly easy trophy to tick off your list on the way to earning the platinum. In this guide, I’ll show you where to find the Ku-E-Shinok mini-game in Ghost of Yotei, and how to get a perfect score…

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Zoho Corp’s Arattai messaging app, which is being touted as India’s answer to Meta’s WhatsApp, has got most global messaging apps beat with this one feature it provides. What is it? An official app for download on Android TV.There has been a growing consciousness about the need of Indian companies to build software for the home masses that can take over the role played by global tech giants for years. Zoho has a long history of competing with the global giants with its business solutions but the company’s new app Arattai has made quite a wave on social media with…

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Apple’s latest iOS 26 update introduced a new feature in Maps called Visited Places, designed to automatically log locations users have travelled to. While the tool promises to make it easier to rediscover favourite spots or share recommendations with friends, it has also sparked discussion around privacy.How Visited Places feature worksThe feature, which is switched on by default when users opt in at first launch, stores a record of where you’ve been and categorises locations under labels such as restaurants, shops or transport stops. Apple stresses that the information is end-to-end encrypted, meaning the company cannot access the data, and…

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At first glance, King of Meat seems like the kind of multiplayer game that’s destined for success based on its premise alone. Part third-person dungeon-crawler and part platformer, anchored by an appealing 4-player PvE structure, King of Meat has been billed as a sort of blend between multiplayer party games like Fall Guys and more challenging, combat-driven experiences. And, at least initially, King of Meat delivers on this premise with some fun and engaging sessions across dungeons built by both the game’s developers and the community. It’s only when you start to dig a little bit beneath that surface that…

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Apple is reportedly fast-tracking development of its first smart glasses as it looks to compete with Meta’s Ray-Ban line, according to reports. The company is said to have paused work on the next Vision Pro headset in order to prioritise bringing its eyewear project to market, reported MacRumors.A Fashion-First ApproachMuch like the early generations of the Apple Watch, the upcoming glasses are expected to be designed as a fashion accessory rather than purely a tech device. Apple is reportedly planning multiple frame styles and temple materials, offering customers customisation in colour, size and shape. With components such as a battery,…

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VinFast Auto India has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Castrol India Limited, a premium lubricant manufacturer, to provide reliable and accessible after-sales support for its EV customers across the country. This reinforces VinFast’s long-term commitment to building a trusted service ecosystem for its EV owners in India. As part of the MoU, Castrol India will make selected Castrol Auto Service (CAS) workshops from its 750+ CAS network in 300+ cities available to VinFast customers. These outlets will feature dedicated VinFast-branded service bays, certified EV technicians, and genuine VinFast parts. VinFast will provide service manuals, diagnostic tools, training, and warranty coverage processes, while Castrol will ensure workshops meet infrastructure…

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Apple on Thursday removed ICEBlock, the most popular app tracking US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, from its App Store after being contacted by President Donald Trump’s administration, citing safety concerns raised by law enforcement.Justice Department flags safety risksAccording to Reuters, the US Justice Department argued that the ICEBlock app, which alerts users when ICE agents are nearby, could put officers at risk of assault. In a statement to Fox Business, Attorney General Pam Bondi said: “ICEBlock is designed to put ICE agents at risk just for doing their jobs, and violence against law enforcement is an intolerable red…

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